Contrary to popular perception, the government provides a flat rebate of Rs 2 per unit for consumption between 0-200 units and around Rs 2.98 per unit for consumptions in the bracket 201-400, instead of a 50 per cent subsidy on the actual energy charges

Opposing the Centre's move to bifurcate existing power distribution system, All India Power Federation and NCCOEEE has decided to go for lightening strike in case the government remains firm on its stand, a union representative said today.